Electronic Speed Controllers

APE-X Inferno 200

Inferno 200 is an ITAR compliant 8-14S 200A Electronic Speed Controller designed for professional heavy-lift UAV applications which is a drop-in replacement for widely used ESC’s. Designed and manufactured in the EU, its been engineered for high power density and reliability.

Key Features

High-Performance Processor
Powered by proprietary hardware featuring a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 core
Custom Motor Control Firmware
Implements an advanced 6-step algorithm for efficient sensorless control.
Isolated CAN Interface
Galvanically isolated CAN bus with real-time telemetry support.
Noise-Immune Throttle Input
Optically isolated PPM input (50–500 Hz) for robust signal integrity.
Comprehensive Protection Suite
User-configurable foldback limits for over/under-voltage, over-current, and thermal events.
Failsafe Mechanisms
Includes input signal loss protection, stall detection, and startup failure handling.
High-Quality Power Design
Built on a 4 oz copper PCB with an optimized power layout for minimal losses.
Thermally Optimized Enclosure
Custom case geometry designed for superior cooling performance.

Custom cabling and fixturing sizes from M3-M5 and enclosure adjustments on request

Electrical data

Operational Voltage Range	VDC	28-60V	(8S - 14S Lithium Battery)
Output Current Iconst	A	200	Airflow ∝Prop Speed, T=20ºC; Vcc=52V
Output Current Imax	A	300	Airflow ∝Prop Speed, T=20ºC; Vcc=52V; t < 10s
Max. efficiency	%	>98
Max. electrical speed	eRPM	250,000

Inputs & Outputs

Nominal PPM voltage +Vppm	VDC	+2.5… +5.25	(Optically isolated) pulse width distortion max. 50ns
Nominal PPM frequency ppm	Hz	50…500	Tolerant to frequency variations
Nominal PPM width ppm	us	800…2200	Subject to user calibration

Connections & Interfaces

BLDC motor	Motor winding U, V, W.
Input Power	+ / -

Physical

Dimensions (L x W x H)	mm	53.5 (55.5) x 107.5 x 44.5
Weight (potted)	g	591	Standard Cable Lengths
Weight (unpotted)	g	378	Standard Cable Lengths
Mounting	M4	4	4 mounting holes for M4 screws
Cables	AWG	8	8AWG / Customisable length
Protection Level	IP	65